Top 10 CEOs in Thailand

CEOInsightsasia Team
Thai Economy Experiencing an Era of Renewed Growth & Vigour

Thailand’s business landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation - driven by rapid digitalization, sustainability goals, and a growing emphasis on global competitiveness. At the heart of this evolution are the CEOs in Thailand, visionary leaders who are redefining what it means to build resilient, futureready enterprises in Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy. From technology and manufacturing to tourism, finance, and green energy, Thai CEOs are steering their organizations through dynamic shifts in consumer behavior, regulatory frameworks, and market demands.
These leaders are not just navigating economic recovery and growth but are also fostering innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability across industries. They are embracing digital transformation to enhance efficiency, leveraging AI and automation to unlock productivity, and adopting ESG driven strategies to ensure long-term value creation. Amid rising competition and global uncertainties, Thailand’s CEOs are increasingly focused on nurturing talent, building agile business models, and expanding regional partnerships that strengthen the country’s position as a strategic hub for investment and innovation in ASEAN.

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Top 10 CEOs in Thailand - 2025

Thailand’s business landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation - driven by rapid digitalization, sustainability goals, and a growing emphasis on global competitiveness. At the heart of this evolution are the CEOs in Thailand, visionary leaders who are redefining what it means to build resilient, future ready enterprises in Southeast Asia’s second-largest economy. From technology and manufacturing to tourism, finance, and green energy, Thai CEOs are steering their organizations through dynamic shifts in consumer behavior, regulatory frameworks, and market demands.

These leaders are not just navigating economic recovery and growth but are also fostering innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability across industries. They are embracing digital transformation to enhance efficiency, leveraging AI and automation to unlock productivity, and adopting ESG driven strategies to ensure long-term value creation. Amid rising competition and global uncertainties, Thailand’s CEOs are increasingly focused on nurturing talent, building agile business models, and expanding regional partnerships that strengthen the country’s position as a strategic hub for investment and innovation in ASEAN.

" Whether leading family owned conglomerates or emerging startups, today’s Thai CEOs embody a blend of traditional business wisdom and forward-thinking ambition. Their leadership is not only shaping Thailand’s economic future but also inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs committed to sustainable progress, digital excellence, and inclusive growth"

Whether leading family-owned conglomerates or emerging startups, today’s Thai CEOs embody a blend of traditional business wisdom and forward-thinking ambition. Their leadership is not only shaping Thailand’s economic future but also inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs committed to sustainable progress, digital excellence, and inclusive growth.

CEO Insights Asia in this issue presents a list of ‘Top 10 CEOs in Thailand - 2025' who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.

Top 10 CEOs in Thailand - 2025

Company Management	Company Name	Company Description
Corrado Giaquinto , CEO	Rojukiss International	With extensive international experience in skincare, he drives innovation and growth, delivering personalized science-based solutions while building a strong global brand presence
Dr Trewut Anurakpandit , CEO	Yacht Me	He has a strong background in the maritime industry, with expertise in naval architecture, stakeholder engagement, leadership, customer management, and more.
Jagannathan Srinivasan , President & CEO	Signify	With extensive experience in both B2C and B2B sectors, he specialized in strategic portfolio management, business development, and the evaluation and mitigation of strategic risks
Jirayut Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO	Bitkub Capital Group Holdings	He leads blockchain and digital asset ventures, with expertise in bitcoin, fintech, digital economy, strategic growth, and service on national and international fintech and trade committees
Kulthirath Pakawachkrilers, Co-Founder & CEO	Thai E-Commerce Association	She leads digital consulting, market expansion, and startup incubation in Asia-Pacific, with expertise in e-Commerce, women’s empowerment, digital transformation, strategic growth, and serving on national and international award panels
Mikkel Schmidt, Founder & CEO	Azendo	He is at the forefront of offshore staffing and business growth, aiding partners in the formation and management of teams while leveraging his expertise in IT, marketing, customer service, and business development
Nikhil Advani , CEO	AIA Thailand	He has over 26 years of expertise in financial services and experience spans cross Asia and the US, proficient in insurance, retirement savings and asset management businesses
Sutthisit Jamdee , CEO	Guardian Capital Asset Management Company	He has extensive expertise in the financial domain, with strong skills in machine learning, corporate finance, international capital structure, interest rate modeling, and several other related areas
Tanuj Chadha, CEO	Suntory PepsiCo Beverage (Thailand)	With a global outlook and enterprise mindset, he drives strategic and operational excellence in FMCG, specializing in business transformation, turnarounds, commercial strategy, culture, and talent management
Trong (Muan) Longsomboon, Founder & CEO	Livibe	A leader with expertise in the corporate innovation & digital transformation, spanning across Southeast Asia, skilled in business development, venture capital, management and much more

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